French Husband Gets 20 Years in Mass Rape Case; 50 Others Sentenced
Over ten years, Gisele Pelicot saw multiple doctors while suffering from the effects of being repeatedly drugged and raped by her husband, yet none recognized the signs of coercive control. This failure highlights a systemic lack of training among medical professionals to identify coercive control, particularly in cases involving domestic violence and the use of drugs. The case underscores the insidious nature of coercive control, exemplified by Pelicot’s actions, which included not only the abuse but also financial manipulation. The daughter’s experience further emphasizes the pervasive impact of this abuse, affecting the entire family.
John Q. Hosedrinker